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Far-out and fun vibes flowed from Grammy-winning group Kool and the Gang during Children at Risk’s eighth annual gala, which commemorated the organization’s 25th anniversary. Outfitted in groovy retro attire, the 600 galagoers danced the night away to popular songs including “Ladies Night,” “Celebrate” and “Too Hot.” The event, which raised nearly a half-million dollars, was co-chaired by Donae Cangelosi Chramosta, Lucinda Loya and Stephanie Perkins, and featured food stations crafted by chefs Michael and David Cordúa set up throughout the Bayou Music Center. Think frosty daiquiris and fresh ceviche with avocado during the cocktail hour and, later, “disco biscuits” and kolaches made with Spanish chorizo. –Photos by Roswitha Yogler